Android Wear

Stelian MorariuRopardo 2014

What is Android Wear ?

• Android optimized for wearable devices

• Google’s attempt to bring unity in wearable devices eco system

What can it do ?

• Provide contextual information

• Integrate with Google services

• Better health & fitness experience

• Control other devices

Who will use it ?

Moto 360 G Watch

Who is the competition ?

Pebble 2 Galaxy Gear 2 Sony SmartWatch 2

What is different ?

• No device lock-down

• Native Android development

• Voice actions

• APIs for sensors

What is different ?

• Wearable device = alternative, less intrusive way to provide contextual information

• Wearable device = more natural input interface for other devices

Current state

Voice replies Notification pages Stacked notifications

Near future

Build custom UI Gather data from sensors

Send data and actions

Voice Actions

Questions ?

Thank you !

Stelian Morariuwww.ropardo.ro

Android Wear